Podcasts about Pancreatic cancer

What are some common things that hold people back from building wealth? What can you do to avoid or counter these things, and how can you build wealth? On this week's episode of the Crushing Debt Podcast, Shawn & George talk about ten things that typically hold people back from building wealth and what they can do about it, including: Lifestyle Creep / Inflation Confusing consumption with investing High Interest Debt Lack of clarity / not knowing your numbers Avoiding discomfort, or being comfortable in the discomfort No savings for emergencies Comparison / Keeping up with the Joneses / Ego Waiting for the right time Helping everyone else before you're stable Mindset Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com. And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: http://support.pancan.org/goto/MyLegacy2026 

On Season 9, Episode 2 of The Surviving Siblings Podcast®, host Maya Roffler is joined by Earla Dawn, who shares the story of losing her sister, Leigh-Ann, to pancreatic cancer. Earla takes us back to their childhood on the prairies, four siblings, endless fun, and the kind of relationship that started with "fighting like cats and dogs"… and grew into a deep, lifelong bond. Leigh-Ann was the polished one, the "always put together" sister, a devoted mom, a dog lover, and a woman who reinvented her life, starting over after divorce, and eventually moving across the world to Spain in 2006. Even with an ocean between them, their connection never faded. They learned Skype, relied on phone calls and letters, and stayed emotionally close until a fall visit home revealed something no one was prepared for: a growth on Leigh-Ann's pancreas. What followed was a short, devastating season filled with advocacy, tenderness, quiet courage, and moments of unexpected beauty. This episode is a powerful reminder that grief isn't just about the diagnosis or the timeline it's about the small moments you carry forever: the way you follow your sibling's lead, the calm you create for them, the love in the room, and the way connection can exist even without words. In This Episode: (0:00:00) – Meet Earla and Remembering Leigh-Ann Earla shares their family dynamic, childhood memories, and how their relationship evolved over time. (0:01:30) – From the Prairies to Spain: A Sisterhood That Stayed Close Leigh-Ann's big life moves, her reinvention, and how distance didn't break their bond. (0:04:00) – Subtle Symptoms and the Turning Point Leigh-Ann's ongoing stomach issues, declining stamina, and the moment she learned about the pancreatic growth. (0:06:30) – "I Looked It Up Once… and Never Again" Earla reflects on the shock of Dr. Google, the fear that followed, and what she learned about living day-by-day. (0:08:00) – The Worst Day: "It's All Over" An oncologist appointment confirms the terminal diagnosis and Earla shares why not having an exact end date changed everything. (0:09:30) – Following Leigh-Ann's Lead Earla explains how she honored Leigh-Ann's choices, advocated for information, and created a calm, sacred space at home. (0:11:30) – Palliative Support and the Permission of Time The practical support that helped their family breathe and why planning ahead reduced panic later. (0:14:00) – The List for Life (Not a Bucket List) Leigh-Ann's wishes: connection, warmth, marriage, travel and the decision to take a "honeymoon" to Hawaii. (0:17:30) – Love, Humor, and the Moments That Stay Earla shares an unforgettable experience of wordless connection laughing together in the quiet. (0:20:00) – Her Final Days and a Peaceful Death What it looked like, what helped, and why Earla believes we need to talk more honestly about end-of-life moments. (0:22:30) – A Room Full of Love: Ritual, Meditation, and Goodbye Earla guides a meditation after Leigh-Ann's passing and describes the gentle, meaningful way they honored her. (0:26:00) – Grace in Grief: Caring for Yourself While Losing Your Person Earla shares what "giving yourself grace" looked like in real life including rest, boundaries, and self-trust. (0:31:00) – Zines, Creativity, and Finding a Way Forward How small, simple storytelling (zines) became an accessible form of grief processing and a bridge back to hope.   This episode is sponsored by The Surviving Siblings® Connect with Earla:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sibling.grief.buds/ Earla's Book: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/0973216239?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520   Connect with Maya: Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/survivingsiblingspodcast/ Maya's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mayaroffler/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@survivingsiblingspodcast Twitter: https://x.com/survivingsibpod Website: thesurvivingsiblings.com Facebook Group: The Surviving Siblings Podcast YouTube: The Surviving Siblings Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheSurvivingSiblingsPodcast  

Welcome to OncLive On Air®! I'm your host today, Courtney Flaherty.OncLive On Air is a podcast from OncLive®, which provides oncology professionals with the resources and information they need to provide the best patient care. In both digital and print formats, OncLive covers every angle of oncology practice, from new technology to treatment advances to important regulatory decisions.In today's episode, Rachna T. Shroff, MD, MS, FASCO, and Kristen Spencer, DO, sat down with OncLive to discuss treatment goals and other patient factors weighed when navigating first-line chemotherapy selection in metastatic pancreatic cancer.Shroff is the associate director of clinical investigations and co-leader of the Gastrointestinal Clinical Research Team at the University of Arizona Comprehensive Cancer Center in Tucson. She also is a professor with tenure in the Department of Medicine, chief of the Division of Hematology and Oncology for the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson, and medical director for the Oncology Service Line with Banner Health. Spencer is a medical oncologist and director of the Phase 1 Program at the New York University Langone Perlmutter Cancer Center.In the exclusive interview, Drs Shroff and Spencer discuss the evolving role of NALIRIFOX within the frontline treatment paradigm; the decision between standard first-line chemotherapy and clinical trial enrollment for patients with metastatic pancreatic cancer; and the importance of mentorship and leadership development for women in the field of gastrointestinal oncology._____That's all we have for today! Thank you for listening to this episode of OncLive On Air. Check back throughout the week for exclusive interviews with leading experts in the oncology field.For more updates in oncology, be sure to visit www.OncLive.com and sign up for our e-newsletters.OncLive is also on social media. On X and BlueSky, follow us at @OncLive. On Facebook, like us at OncLive, and follow our OncLive page on LinkedIn.If you liked today's episode of OncLive On Air, please consider subscribing to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and many of your other favorite podcast platforms,* so you get a notification every time a new episode is posted. While you are there, please take a moment to rate us!

In this podcast episode, Nilofer Azad, MD, FASCO, and Zev A. Wainberg, MD, discuss novel RAS-targeted therapies for pancreatic cancer, including the following: Optimal KRAS mutation testing Emerging multiselective RAS inhibitors Combination strategies Presenters:  Nilofer Azad, MD, FASCO Professor of Oncology Associate Director of Clinical Research Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins University Co-Leader, Developmental Therapeutics Clinical Trials Group Baltimore, Maryland Zev A. Wainberg, MD Professor of Medicine and Surgery Co-Director, GI Oncology Program UCLA School of Medicine Los Angeles, California Content based on an online CME program supported by an educational grant from Revolution Medicines, Inc. Link to full program: https://bit.ly/4avdRZK Get access to all our new podcasts by subscribing to the Decera Clinical Education Oncology Podcast on Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, or Spotify. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why is "we never fight about money" an unhealthy sign to a relationship? Can you overcome your ego to ask for help? This week's guest on the Crushing Debt Podcast is TJ Recinella, a financial coach, speaker, and the founder of TJR Financial Coaching, where he helps individuals and couples dream big and live free by moving from financial stress and confusion to clarity, confidence, and long-term freedom. You can contact TJ at TJRFinancialcoaching@yahoo.com.  TJ 's passion for coaching is deeply personal. Early in his marriage, he and his wife, Christy, experienced a life-altering family tragedy that forced them to confront grief, responsibility, and major financial decisions all at once.    Guided by his  personal and professional experiences, TJ and his wife eliminated over $300,000 in debt, fully funded their children's education, and built a values-based financial plan rooted in preparation, margin, giving, and intentional living. Today, TJ walks alongside clients as a coach and accountability partner, helping them challenge cultural money myths, prepare for life's uncertainties, and use money as a tool to support what matters most.   We talk about how TJ got into debt, how he got out of debt, and his motivation for doing so. We also talk about how to have difficult money conversations with your spouse, without ego getting in the way. Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com. And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: http://support.pancan.org/goto/MyLegacy2026 

Joining the Project Purple Podcast from sunny Venice, Florida, originally from Wisconsin, pancreatic cancer survivor Rhonda Vavrek sits down with host Dino Verrelli to share her remarkable journey through a changing diagnosis and what it truly means to keep going when the road is anything but straight. Rhonda shares how, in June 2012, what began as upper back pain and jaundice led to a pancreatic cancer diagnosis: something she never expected after a lifetime of good health. Initially staged at 2/2A, she qualified for the Whipple procedure and underwent chemotherapy before surgery. Post-Whipple, however, doctors discovered the cancer had metastasized to her liver and lungs, advancing her to Stage 4 and giving her an estimated six months to live. As she emphasizes, though, “Stage 4 does not mean we give up,” a mantra that carried her forward. She reflects on the many twists and turns that followed, including FOLFIRINOX chemotherapy, liver ablation, lung and rib surgeries, and more than five surgeries and 50 CT scans in total. Now NED since 2018, Rhonda speaks about what carried her through: an incredible team of doctors, surgeons, and nurses; her deep faith; and the unwavering support of her husband of nearly 45 years, whom she credits with pushing her forward when she wanted to stop. She also opens up about survivor's guilt, scanxiety, and the importance of truly knowing your body and advocating for yourself. Rhonda mentions the role humor played in helping her cope, including naming her chemo port “George Clooney,” and why setting goals, giving yourself grace, and tuning out the noise of statistics can make all the difference. Her story is a powerful reminder that while pancreatic cancer is terrifying, the monster she describes it as does not get to take over your life. Subscribe to the Project Purple Podcast for more stories from the pancreatic cancer community. To learn more or donate to Project Purple's mission of a world without pancreatic cancer, please visit www.projectpurple.org.

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Happy Valentine's Day from The Crushing Debt Podcast! What is "good debt?" What is "bad debt?" What is debt that is neither good or bad? In this week's episode, Shawn & George talk about the difference between "good" and "bad" debt, including a four-question debt test: Does the debt help you earn more money? Is the interest rate under control? Would "future me" thank "present me" for this decision? If I lost my income tomorrow, would this payment wreck me? Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com. And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: http://support.pancan.org/goto/MyLegacy2026   

After experiencing stomach discomfort in 2022, Bob Jansen of Iowa soon discovered he had pancreatic cancer. He underwent surgery, 12 rounds of chemotherapy but it was cannabis oil suppositories that Bob believes was pivotal in his getting the "all clear" only a few months later. In this episode, Bob and his wife Tami share what helped him beat the odds, how cannabis played a role in his healing, and what life looks like when everyday feels like a gift. Visit our website: CannabisHealthRadio.comFind high-quality cannabis and CBD + get free consultations at MyFitLife.net/cannabishealthDiscover products and get expert advice from Swan ApothecaryFollow us on Facebook.Follow us on Instagram.Find us on Rumble.Keep your privacy! Buy NixT420 Odor Remover Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tim Cestnick, chartered professional accountant, co-founder and CEO of financial consultant firm “Our Family Office Inc.” in Toronto Lorraine Sommerfeld, reporter for Driving.ca Dr. Chris Labos, cardiologist with a degree in epidemiology and a regular contributor on CJAD 800 - you can catch him every Sunday on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas Chris Dimakos, CJAD 800 Legal Contributor David Nunes, spokesperson for the CRA

Broadcast from KSQD, Santa Cruz on 3-05-2026: >ul> Dr. Dawn presents a whimsical "theme park tour" of the upper gastrointestinal tract, from saliva production triggered by sight and smell of food, through the esophageal sphincter's iris-like opening, into the stomach's pH-1 acid bath where parietal cells produce 3,000 mg of hydrochloric acid per meal. She explains protective mechanisms including the bicarbonate layer beneath stomach mucus, H. pylori's role in ulcers, and how H2 blockers and proton pump inhibitors work—cautioning about long-term PPI effects on B12 and calcium absorption. The tour continues through the pylorus into the duodenum where pancreatic enzymes and bile converge, then along the 23-foot small intestine with its tennis-court surface area of villi absorbing nutrients, iron in the duodenum, most nutrients in the jejunum, and B12 requiring intrinsic factor in the ileum. Dr. Dawn explains why pancreatic cancer—projected to become the second leading cause of cancer death by 2030—is so deadly, using a medieval castle metaphor. The tumor microenvironment acts as an impenetrable moat of desmoplastic stroma made of fibroblasts, collagen, and hyaluronic acid that blocks drugs and immune cells. Over 90% of cases have K-RAS mutations acting as growth accelerators that also thicken this protective barrier and increase CD47 "don't eat me" signals. She discusses emerging treatments including K-RAS inhibitors, PARP inhibitors for BRCA mutations, and combination immunotherapies showing 67% response rates, while noting that CAR T-cell therapy and checkpoint inhibitors alone fail because they cannot penetrate the stroma. Dr. Dawn summarizes Duke researcher Herman Ponzer's work using doubly-labeled water to measure total energy expenditure, revealing that humans burn 20-60% more calories than other great apes when adjusted for body mass. His surprising finding: Hadza hunter-gatherers walking 8-14 kilometers daily burn the same calories as sedentary Americans—the body compensates by reducing energy spent on inflammation and stress responses. This "constrained energy expenditure" model explains why exercise alone doesn't cause weight loss, though it remains crucial for preventing weight gain, reducing disease risk, and potentially tamping down harmful stress responses.

Do you work with family? How does relationship-based networking impact your life? Your company?  Your bottom line? What are some of the biggest misconceptions about networking? In this week's episode of The Crushing Debt Podcast, Shawn & George talk to Spencer Reynolds and his son Kamryn Reynolds, Co-Executive Directors of BNI Tampa. Originally from Northern Utah, Spencer and his family packed up and  moved to Florida in 2017, trading mountains for sunshine and lakes. With  his wife, Tricia, running the show (let's be honest, she's the boss) and their  four incredible kids—three adventurous adult sons and their adopted  princess, almost 16—they're all about outdoor thrills, especially water sports  and international adventure travel. And when we say "thrills," we mean it!  Spencer's an adrenaline junkie—skydiving, hang gliding, mountain biking,  and even trekking to Everest Base Camp with his brothers. If it involves  speed, heights, or a near-death experience, he's probably done it… twice.   (Ask about their Grand Canyon White Water Rafting trip from last year,  wild!)  Before becoming the networking master he is today, Spencer spent 12  years as a mortgage broker before making the leap into professional  speaking and training in 2005. He's taken the stage in every major city  across the U.S. and Canada, teaching professionals how to build systems,  work By Referral Only, and grow businesses the right way with referrals.  Through BNI, he's expanded his reach globally, inspiring thousands of  entrepreneurs to unlock the power of relationships. Kamryn Reynolds is a communication coach, keynote speaker, and the youngest Executive Director in BNI history. He's the founder of Articulate Advantage, helping professionals speak with power, clarity, and confidence. A USF grad, Eagle Scout, and fluent Spanish speaker after serving a two-year mission in Argentina.  Kamryn now specializes in keynotes and trainings for high-end hotels and resorts. Known for his high energy and practical frameworks, he's on a mission to become an Ironman, a TEDx speaker, and an international voice for intentional communication. He lives by one core belief: connection is the currency of opportunity.  Spencer, Kamryn, George & Shawn talk about: What surprises them the most about working together. Early money lessons. BNI / Networking Success Stories Biggest Misconception about BNI / Networking How long before networking pays off One business habit to adopt this year?  To stop this year? Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com. And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: http://support.pancan.org/goto/MyLegacy2026 

On this episode of the Project Purple Podcast, host Dino Verrelli sits down with Andy Lyons, a commercial photographer from the heart of the Midwest, Iowa, as he shares his deeply personal journey with familial pancreatic cancer. With a family history spanning three generations, affecting countless family members, including his grandmother, mother, and brother, Andy has long felt the shadow of this disease. Diagnosed in 2021 after over two decades of proactive screenings, including ultrasound endoscopies and genetic testing through research studies in Chicago and Pittsburgh, Andy was fortunate to catch his pancreatic cancer early. He reflects on the importance of vigilance and early detection, and how his experience demonstrates the power of knowledge, community, and persistence in managing a disease often considered a death sentence, even when it runs in your family. Andy shares the emotional and practical aspects of his journey: robotic surgery at UPMC, chemotherapy, the support of caregivers and his community, and the mental resilience that comes from maintaining humor, positivity, and hope. He emphasizes the importance of asking questions, connecting with other patients, and taking control of your health, summarized in the motto: “knowledge is power.” Through his story, Andy shows that pancreatic cancer is scary, but it's not invincible. He talks about the strength found in numbers, the hope that comes from proactive care, and even the symbolic meaning of a survivor tattoo and a healing blanket passed among friends as a gesture of solidarity. You can reach Andy at andyboylyons@gmail.com. Subscribe to the Project Purple Podcast for more stories from the pancreatic cancer community. To learn more or support Project Purple's mission of a world without pancreatic cancer, visit projectpurple.org.

Dr. Chris Labos, cardiologist with a degree in epidemiology and a regular contributor on CJAD 800 - you can catch him every Sunday on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas at 7:20AM

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FIVE HUNDRED EPISODES of The Crushing Debt Podcast !! Who knew way back in November 2015, that the Podcase would: (1) turn 10 years old, and (2) celebrate episode 500? We like to think that The Crushing Debt Podcast is Florida's longest running legal episodic podcast - maybe even the Country's longest running... What have we learned over 500 (plus) episodes? What has changed in terms of money and debt in the last 10 years? What do we predict for the next 10 years? In this week's episode, Shawn & George take some time to reflect on 10 years and 500 episodes.  We talk about the show's statistics, sponsorhips and relationships we've built over the years, memorable guests we've had, and memorable topics.  We also talk about what has changed over the last 10 years in terms of money, mindset, and debt. If today's episode is the first one you've listened to, or the 500th you've listened to, we appreciate all of the great lessons we've learned doing this show over the years! Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com. And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: http://support.pancan.org/goto/MyLegacy2026 

Internal medicine physician Earl Stewart, Jr. discusses his article "Pancreatic cancer racial disparities." Earl examines the devastating pattern of pancreatic cancer claiming Black cultural icons like John Lewis and Aretha Franklin while the medical establishment fails to implement race-specific screening guidelines. He highlights research showing that high-risk individuals undergoing surveillance have a 50 percent five-year survival rate compared to just 9 percent for those diagnosed through usual care. The discussion challenges the current medical inertia that demands perfect data before acting and proposes a three-tier risk-stratified approach to save lives in Black communities. Listen to understand why we must stop waiting for permission to prioritize health equity. Partner with me on the KevinMD platform. With over three million monthly readers and half a million social media followers, I give you direct access to the doctors and patients who matter most. Whether you need a sponsored article, email campaign, video interview, or a spot right here on the podcast, I offer the trusted space your brand deserves to be heard. Let's work together to tell your story. PARTNER WITH KEVINMD → https://kevinmd.com/influencer SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

What would you do if you had to start over in 2026? Would starting over be a reset or a setback? In this week's episode, Shawn & George talk about what you would do if you suddenly lost everything and you had to start over again.  Unfortunately, this is a common theme amongst clients as they deal with job loss, divorce, poor economic conditions, health issues, etc. In this week's episode, we talk about: Stablizing Generating Fast Cash Building a Safety Net Triage the Debt Lifesstyle Creep Rebuild Credit Increase Income Invest (after stability) Setting new rules (so you don't repeat the same issues) Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com. And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: http://support.pancan.org/goto/MyLegacy2026   

Joining the Project Purple Podcast from Brownton, Minnesota, home to the land of 10,000 lakes, seven-year pancreatic cancer survivor Rita Krueger sits down with host Dino Verrelli to share her extraordinary story of perseverance, faith, and finding purpose after a life-altering diagnosis. Rita was diagnosed in March 2018, and soon learned she would need a full pancreatectomy: a life-changing surgery that would require her to adapt to an entirely new way of living. Her recovery was grueling, especially in the early months when eating made her profoundly ill, but Rita describes herself as tenacious. With the help of her unwavering determination, she slowly rebuilt her health and strength, eventually rediscovering normalcy in her daily life. After a 30-year career in IT, Rita's journey took a new direction. Following her treatment, she wrote a book, Hope for an Outstanding Outcome, inspired by the many people who told her that her story gave them hope. Wanting to extend that encouragement to others, she founded ritaann.org, where she provides “survival packs” filled with helpful items, including her book, to individuals battling pancreatic cancer. The bags, army green in color, reflect the warrior mentality with which she describes helped her approach her own battle. Rita also opens up about the importance of faith, positivity, and community. She credits her “tribe,” the solid, supportive people around her, for helping her stay grounded during the hardest moments. Her husband even contributed reflections to each chapter of her book to share the caregiver perspective. Today, Rita works in her local school district, embracing a role she never imagined for herself. She continues to advocate for hope, connection, and empowerment for those facing pancreatic cancer, and reminds listeners that strength comes not only from physical recovery, but from the people and beliefs that carry you through it. To learn more about Rita, read her book, or support her mission, visit www.ritaann.org. Subscribe to the Project Purple Podcast for more stories from the pancreatic cancer community. To learn more or donate to Project Purple's mission of a world without pancreatic cancer, please visit www.projectpurple.org.

1:11 A 2016 study published in The Journal of the Oklahoma State Medical Association found that pancreatic cancer was the fourth most common cause of cancer death in Oklahoma from 2008 to 2012. FBO's Zaakirah Muhammad examines why this cancer hits Black communities harder, what warning signs often go unheard, and how awareness, advocacy, and early action can save lives.14:58 In communities across Oklahoma, far too many young people are facing nights without a safe place to sleep. For queer youth, the risk of homelessness is even greater—driven by family rejection, discrimination, and a shortage of supportive services. This isn't just a statistic; it's a crisis that affects real kids in our neighborhoods. Anna Wilson shines a light on queer youth homelessness right here in Oklahoma.29:21 College football has entered a new era—one where name, image, and likeness, or NIL, deals have changed the business of the game. But for Black athletes playing on predominantly white campuses, the NIL era brings both opportunity and complication. FBO's Phil Childs shares the stories of two former college football athletes who unpack the realities behind the headlines.37:12 In part 2 of Sondra Slade's story on the unveiling of Clara Luper's statue in downtown Oklahoma City, she gets personal with Marilyn Luper Hildreth, Luper's daughter and one of the original 13 sit-inners. Slade also gains insight from sculptor Elliot Schwartz about his process, challenges faced, and what this project means to him.Focus: Black Oklahoma is produced in partnership with KOSU Radio & Tri-City Collective. Additional support is provided by the Commemoration Fund & Press Forward. Our theme music is by Moffett Music.Focus: Black Oklahoma's executive producers are Quraysh Ali Lansana & Bracken Klar. Our associate producers are Jesse Ulrich, & Naomi Agnew. Our production interns are Alexander Evans, Roma Carter, Jess Grimes, & Anna Wilson.You can visit us online at KOSU.org or FocusBlackOklahoma.com & on YouTube @TriCityCollectiveOK.You can follow us on Instagram @FocusBlackOK & on Facebook at Facebook.com/FocusBlackOK.You can hear Focus: Black Oklahoma on demand at KOSU.org, the NPR app, NPR.org, or wherever you get your podcasts.https://linktr.ee/focusblackok

This episode is dedicated to Disorder's only ‘Founding Sponsor', Greg Merriman, who passed away from Pancreatic Cancer last week. He was a software entrepreneur, a wine lover, and an American-Anglophile. To Jason's mind he was a classic example of that old time Midwestern decency, which the world is sorely lacking these days. He was a true Mega Orderer and will be sorely missed. This week, Jane and Jason analyse the endgame scenerios of Trump's sabre rattling over Greenland and what the protests in Iran might lead to. They sketch opportunities for how the Europeans could step up and lead at this moment – if only they chose to. And as they Order the Disorder, Jane discusses Donald Trump's disregard for international law and how we could try to make International Law Great Again. To join our Mega Orderers Club, and get ad-free listening, like the true Mega Orderer Greg Merriman, visit https://disorder.supportingcast.fm/  Producer: George McDonagh Subscribe to our Substack - https://natoandtheged.substack.com/ Disorder on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DisorderShow Show Notes Links: To join our Mega Orderers Club in honour of Greg, for ad free listening and early release episodes, visit https://disorder.supportingcast.fm/ How Marco Rubio Went from “Little Marco” to Trump's Foreign-Policy Enabler: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2026/01/19/marco-rubio-profile  For More on Greenland: https://x.com/ilvestoomas/status/2011593795373318648?s=46&t=Tbkgp9CYb-P2gQf2YVZ19g  https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/01/trump-greenland-risk-global-conflict/685616/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You should visit your doctor annually for a physical.  Do you give your business an annual check up?  If so, when? What things should you focus on in January as we start the new year? In this week's episode, Shawn & George talk about these topics and more, including: Tax Compliance Corporation or LLC renewal Reviewing Your Prior Years' Numbers Expense and Recurring Payments Audit Pricing Audit (should you charge more, or stay the same) Legal & Compliance Audit Personally, a checkin as to how you feel as the Owner. Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com. And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: http://support.pancan.org/goto/MyLegacy2026 

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Dr. Mandip Sachdeva is currently a Professor and Section leader, Pharmaceutics at College of Pharmacy at Florida A & M University (FAMU), Tallahassee, Florida. Over his career, Mandip has delivered more than 250 plenaries, keynote and invited talks in international events and meetings and produced more than 190 original publications.His research interests include cancer drug delivery, 3D-printing of tumor cells, and formulating and developing targeted nanoparticles, exosomes and cannabinoids for cancer treatments. During our conversation, Mandip previews his CannMed 26 oral presentation titled, “Cannabigerol Potentiates Chemotherapy through Multi-Modal Tumor Suppression in Pancreatic Cancer“, which includes insights into his research on using cannabinoids (particularly CBG) to treat pancreatic cancer—one of the most difficult cancers to treat. We cover:  The process Mandip's team used to determine CBG had the best anti-cancer effects against pancreatic cancer  CBG's mechanism of action, which targets multiple pathways related to immune regulation, cell death, and tumor migration control Why cannabinoids are best used as adjuncts to chemotherapy and not as a standalone treatment  Higher doses of CBG (up to 100 mg/kg) were non-toxic and further extended survival when combined with reduced chemo doses Future research directions, including new combinations of cannabinoids and chemotherapy as well as new formulations for better absorption and bioavailability  Thanks to This Episode's Sponsor: Healer  Healer is a trusted, physician-developed medical cannabis brand founded to address the challenges of helping patients and health providers get the best results with safe, reliably dosable products and education on how to best use them. Healer's distinctive product formulations and educational material are based on the work of leading cannabis clinician, Dr. Dustin Sulak, D.O.  Learn More at healer.com

Why do resolutions die? How do you beat the odds and make your resolutions a reality? On January 1, we all believe that we are about to become someone who meal preps, budgets, and never impulse buys.  Does that always happen? On this week's episode of the podcast, Shawn & George talk about why resolutions die, including: Rebellion spending Waning motivation Shame or avoidance February Lack of tracking or monitoring Lack of specificity. More important, we also discuss how to beat the odds, including: Shrinking the goals Building systems Budgeting DIY Accountability Calendars Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com. And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: http://support.pancan.org/goto/MyLegacy2026 

Tuning in from across the Atlantic, from Cork, Ireland, pancreatic cancer survivor Pamela Deasy joins host Dino Verrelli to offer a unique, international perspective on the realities of the disease, the power of perseverance, and insights for patients, families, and listeners worldwide in this episode of the Project Purple Podcast. Pamela shares that her journey began in the summer of 2018, when persistent fatigue and subtle symptoms signaled something was wrong. Told she was perimenopausal, or even just depressed, she trusted her instincts and continued advocating for herself. After a series of medical issues, including kidney stones and worsening jaundice, imaging confirmed a tumor in her pancreas. She recalls the moment vividly, initially fearing the worst. She walks listeners through the challenges of her treatment, including months of chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and a life-saving, but very life-altering Whipple procedure. Pamela opens up about the grueling recovery that followed, from severe muscle loss and ascites, to the struggle to regain basic strength and mobility. She describes daily tasks like climbing stairs as ‘Kilimanjaro every day,' showing the relentless determination required to rebuild her body and her life. By being open about the intimate sides of her journey, Pamela highlights the fears and vulnerabilities that people living with pancreatic cancer may feel and experience, but hesitate to voice. She discusses the isolation many pancreatic cancer patients feel, but the true importance of having someone to talk to who has “walked in your shoes.” To ensure everyone has this support, Pamela co-founded Pancreatic Cancer Ireland and advocates passionately for raising awareness, resources, and community for those affected by the disease. With this organization and her own advocacy, Pamela emphasizes that early awareness and support are invaluable, reminding listeners that even in the face of a life-altering diagnosis, resilience and hope can carry you forward. Follow Pamela on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/me_the_big_c_and_life_after Subscribe to the Project Purple Podcast for more stories from the pancreatic cancer community. To learn more or donate to Project Purple's mission of a world without pancreatic cancer, please visit www.projectpurple.org.

In a conversation with CancerNetwork®, Jose G. Trevino, II, MD, FACS, spoke about the current state of the pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) paradigm as well as next steps for improving the prognosis of patients who present with this disease. Throughout the discussion, Trevino outlined the roles that surgical oncologists can play in disease management, the different demographic and socioeconomic drivers of disparate patient outcomes, and translational research focusing on factors like the tumor microenvironment.Trevino stressed the idea of pancreatic cancer care as a “team science,” rejecting a “silo mentality” that involves handing off a patient from one department to the next. Because surgical approaches by themselves have remained “limited” in pancreatic cancer for the past 20 to 30 years, he emphasized continued collaboration with medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and translational scientists to enhance patient quality of life. Regarding disparities, Trevino noted the importance of recognizing various barriers to treatment access among those in rural communities as well as unequal outcomes across different racial and ethnic groups of patients, including worse survival among Black populations. Additionally, in the face of continuously rising PDAC incidence, he stressed additional training across the board on how to detect the red flags associated with disease.“…There has to be a ton of education for our patients and our physicians who see patients on a primary level to know what those red flags are when a patient comes to their clinic. Early detection of early lesions that could eventually turn into pancreatic adenocarcinoma is going to be the key to survival, ultimately. [If we] catch it before it becomes a cancer, we solve a huge problem,” Trevino stated. “Early detection of early lesions is key.”Trevino is chair of the Division of Surgical Oncology and an associate professor in the Department of Surgery at VCU School of Medicine as well as surgeon-in-chief and Walter Lawrence, Jr., Distinguished Professor of Oncology at VCU Massey Cancer Center.

Happy New Year from the Crushing Debt Podcast! How do you manage your credit card debt after the holidays? What are some tips for starting the new year on the path to being debt free? Did you know that the average American household spends approximately $1,100 per person for gifts? In this week's episode of the podcast, Shawn & George talk about managing credit card debt after the holidays, including tips like: Budgeting & Planning Pausing new spending Using the Snowball or Avalanche Debt payment strategies Setting up Automatic Payments Doing a new year no spend challenge Resisting Impulse Buys Saving for next year NOW Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com. And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: http://support.pancan.org/goto/MyLegacy2026 

Merry Christmas from The Crushing Debt Podcast !! How much "stuff" does the average American home have? How many people utilize off-site storage for their stuff? Are you able to park your car in your garage? How long do you take searching for "missing" items? How much does the average American family spend on non-essential goods. This week, Shawn & George talk to Beth Ruck with Conquering Clutter (www.ConqueringClutter.net) about  Statistics regarding the average amount of possessions of U.S. households Mindset regarding shopping and managing your possessions Paper management and how it can save you money How de-cluttering can help you conquer your debt. You can contact Beth at BethRuck7@gmail.com. At a young age, Beth learned from her mother that you can accomplish a lot in just 15 minutes. She has applied this idea in her roles as a homemaker, wife, and mother of two grown children. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Accounting from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. She has worked as a bank teller, staff accountant for a commercial real estate firm, bookkeeper for three different non-profits, a substitute teacher, and a sales associate in a Christian book/gift store. She enjoys meeting new people, taking walks with her husband and dog, singing, knitting, reading and spending time with her granddaughter. In 2015, Conquering Clutter was established. Over the past 10 years Beth has enjoyed working with clients and hearing their stories. Her motto is: Helping people simplify their spaces so they have more time for what they love and who they love. Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com. And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: http://support.pancan.org/goto/MyLegacy2026 

AP's Lisa Dwyer reports on the cancer diagnosis of a former Senator.

What are your 2026 Resolutions? What are your 2026 Goals? What is the difference between a Resolution and a Goal? In this week's episode, Shawn & George flip the script on last week's episode and instead of looking back on 2025, they look forward to 2026, talking about things like: One Word for 2026 Goals for 2026, personally and professionally Trends for 2026, like Housing Interest Student Loans AI Homeowner & Condo Associations. And more! Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com. And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: http://support.pancan.org/goto/MyLegacy2026  

Anne Dirkse is an avid cyclist, endurance athlete, software developer, and lover of all things outdoors from Loveland, Colorado. On this episode of the Project Purple Podcast, she shares the personal philosophies that guide her through her Stage 4 pancreatic cancer journey. Diagnosed in March 2025, Anne draws on a lifetime of physical fitness, nutrition, and resilience to face the challenges of her disease with clarity and agency. She reflects on how subtle changes in her energy and eating habits prompted her to seek medical care, and how early scans missed the pancreatic mass despite her proactive screenings, highlighting the stealthy and aggressive nature of the disease. Rather than framing her experience as a battle, Anne focuses on what she can control: maintaining her exercise routine, prioritizing nutrition, and breaking daunting challenges into manageable steps. A lifelong adventurer, Anne shares how long-distance biking, backpacking, and other physical pursuits have shaped her mental and physical resilience. She also emphasizes the crucial role of family, friends, and her medical team in providing support, as well as how connecting with others who have faced pancreatic cancer has given her hope and perspective. Currently undergoing chemotherapy, Anne encourages listeners to find silver linings in the challenges, pursue what matters most to them, and live fully in the face of uncertainty, guided by the motto: “while we live, let us live.” You can reach Anne at https://annedirkse.com/ Subscribe to the Project Purple Podcast for more stories from the pancreatic cancer community. To learn more or support Project Purple's mission of a world without pancreatic cancer, visit https://www.projectpurple.org/

Recently reported: pancreatic cancer rates in women increased 2.4%! And don't miss the following topics that Terry will also discuss on this show: Women Get Less Sleep Than Men Simple Fix for Energy: Vitamin D Should I Buy Health Products on Amazon? Benefits of Fruits Stroke Prevention

As we near the end of 2025, how was this year for you?  Personally?  Professionally? What was some of the biggest financial news in 2025? What are you looking forward to in 2026? As the year comes to an end, Shawn & George take a look back, and a small look forward at 2025 and 2026, including topics like: Mortgage / Interest Rates Grocery and Utility costs Government Shut Down Student Loan Adjustments Credit Card Debt Personal Guarantees Housing Market Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com.  And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: http://support.pancan.org/goto/MyLegacy2026 

This week we are talking about Pancreatic cancer.  This is a type of cancer that begins as a growth of cells in the pancreas. The pancreas lies behind the lower part of the stomach. It makes enzymes that help digest food and hormones that help manage blood sugar. The most common type of pancreatic cancer is pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. This type begins in the cells that line the ducts that carry digestive enzymes out of the pancreas. Pancreatic cancer rarely is found at its early stages when the chance of curing it is greatest. This is because it often doesn't cause symptoms until after it has spread to other organs. Your health care team considers the extent of your pancreatic cancer when creating your treatment plan. Treatment options may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy or a mix of these. Pancreatic cancer often doesn't cause symptoms until the disease is advanced. When they happen, signs and symptoms of pancreatic cancer may include: Belly pain that spreads to the sides or back. Loss of appetite. Weight loss. Yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes, called jaundice. Light-colored or floating stools. Dark-colored urine. Itching. New diagnosis of diabetes or diabetes that's getting harder to control. Pain and swelling in an arm or leg, which might be caused by a blood clot. Tiredness or weakness. It's not clear what causes pancreatic cancer. Doctors have found some factors that might raise the risk of this type of cancer. These include smoking and having a family history of pancreatic cancer. Understanding the pancreas The pancreas is about 6 inches (15 centimeters) long and looks something like a pear lying on its side. It releases hormones, including insulin. These hormones help the body process the sugar in the foods you eat. The pancreas also makes digestive juices to help the body digest food and take in nutrients. How pancreatic cancer forms Pancreatic cancer happens when cells in the pancreas develop changes in their DNA. A cell's DNA holds the instructions that tell a cell what to do. In healthy cells, the instructions tell the cells to grow and multiply at a set rate. The cells die at a set time. In cancer cells, the changes give different instructions. The changes tell the cancer cells to make many more cells quickly. Cancer cells can keep living when healthy cells would die. This causes there to be too many cells. The cancer cells might form a mass called a tumor. The tumor can grow to invade and destroy healthy body tissue. In time, cancer cells can break away and spread to other parts of the body. Most pancreatic cancer begins in the cells that line the ducts of the pancreas. This type of cancer is called pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma or pancreatic exocrine cancer. Less often, cancer can form in the hormone-producing cells or the neuroendocrine cells of the pancreas. These types of cancer are called pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors or pancreatic endocrine cancer. Risk factors Factors that might raise the risk of pancreatic cancer include: Smoking. Type 2 diabetes. Chronic inflammation of the pancreas, called pancreatitis. Family history of DNA changes that can increase cancer risk. These include changes in the BRCA2 gene, Lynch syndrome and familial atypical multiple mole melanoma (FAMMM) syndrome. Family history of pancreatic cancer. Obesity. Older age. Most people with pancreatic cancer are over 65. Drinking a lot of alcohol. As pancreatic cancer progresses, it can cause complications such as: Weight loss. People with pancreatic cancer might lose weight as the cancer uses more of the body's energy. Nausea and vomiting caused by cancer treatments or a cancer pressing on the stomach might make it hard to eat. Sometimes the body has trouble getting nutrients from food because the pancreas isn't making enough digestive juices. Jaundice. Pancreatic cancer that blocks the liver's bile duct can cause jaundice. Signs include yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes. Jaundice can cause dark-colored urine and pale-colored stools. Jaundice often occurs without belly pain. If the bile duct is blocked, a plastic or metal tube called a stent can be put inside it. The stent helps hold the bile duct open. This is done using a procedure called endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography, also called ERCP. During ERCP, a health care professional puts a long tube with a tiny camera, called an endoscope, down the throat. The tube goes through the stomach and into the upper part of the small intestine. The health professional puts a dye into the pancreatic ducts and bile ducts through a small tube that fits through the endoscope. The dye helps the ducts show up on imaging tests. The health professional uses those images to place a stent at the right spot in the duct to help hold it open. Pain. A growing tumor may press on nerves in your abdomen, causing pain that can become severe. Pain medications can help you feel more comfortable. Treatments, such as radiation and chemotherapy, might help slow tumor growth and provide some pain relief. When medicines aren't helping, a health care professional might suggest a celiac plexus block. This procedure uses a needle to put alcohol into the nerves that control pain in the belly. The alcohol stops the nerves from sending pain signals to the brain. Bowel blockage. Pancreatic cancer can grow into or press on the first part of the small intestine, called the duodenum. This can block the flow of digested food from the stomach into the intestines. A health care professional might suggest putting a tube called a stent in the small intestine to hold it open. Sometimes, it might help to have surgery to place a feeding tube. Or surgery can attach the stomach to a lower part of the intestines where the cancer isn't causing a blockage. Prevention Screening for people with a high risk of pancreatic cancer Screening uses tests to look for signs of pancreatic cancer in people who don't have symptoms. It might be an option if you have a very high risk of pancreatic cancer. Your risk might be high if you have a strong family history of pancreatic cancer or if you have an inherited DNA change that increases the risk of cancer. Pancreatic cancer screening might involve imaging tests, such as MRI and ultrasound. These tests are generally repeated every year. The goal of screening is to find pancreatic cancer when it's small and most likely to be cured. Research is ongoing, so it's not yet clear whether screening can lower the risk of dying of pancreatic cancer. There are risks to screening. This includes the chance of finding something that requires surgery but later turns out to not be cancer. Talk about the benefits and risks of pancreatic cancer screening with your health care team. Together you can decide whether screening is right for you. Genetic testing for cancer risk If you have a family history of pancreatic cancer, discuss it with a health care professional. The health professional can review your family history and help you understand whether genetic testing might be right for you. Genetic testing can find DNA changes that run in families and increase the risk of cancer. If you're interested in genetic testing, you might be referred to a genetic counselor or other health care professional trained in genetics. Ways to lower risk You might reduce your risk of pancreatic cancer if you: Stop smoking. If you smoke, talk to a member of your health care team about ways to help you stop. These might include support groups, medicines and nicotine replacement therapy. Maintain a healthy weight. If you are at a healthy weight, work to maintain it. If you need to lose weight, aim for a slow, steady weight loss of 1 to 2 pounds (0.5 to 1 kilogram) a week. To help you lose weight, exercise most days of the week. Slowly increase the amount of exercise you get. Choose a diet rich in vegetables, fruit and whole grains with smaller portions.  (CREDITS: MAYO CLINIC)

What can you learn about budgeting from Santa's Holiday preparation?   What lessons do the holiday bring? On this week's episode of The Crushing Debt Podcast, Shawn & George talk about: Overhead costs Supply chain issues Labor force issues North Pole budgeting Budgeting among multiple celebrations Gift-giving expectations Holiday season cash-flow We hope you had an amazing Thanksgiving break and a great holiday season. For Thanksgiving, it would mean a lot to us for you to please share this episode with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com. And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: http://support.pancan.org/goto/MyLegacy2026 

Jon Fox, a 41-year-old Staten Island native, shares his unique and inspiring journey on this episode of the Project Purple Podcast with host Dino Verrelli. Jon's story begins unexpectedly at 37, when he was diagnosed with aggressive, metastatic testicular cancer: a diagnosis that would soon lead to the discovery of another, more unexpected health challenge: Stage 1 localized pancreatic cancer. Jon reflects on how the pancreatic tumor was found almost by accident during testing for his testicular cancer. Facing two serious medical battles at once, he underwent the Whipple procedure and a testicular cancer surgery simultaneously—a grueling combination that demanded resilience, patience, and determination. He candidly shares the brutal recovery that followed: months of intense complications, acute pancreatitis episodes, digestive struggles, and the ongoing challenge of learning how to live with a body transformed by surgery. Despite the hardships, Jon has channeled his experience into a passion for understanding the gastrointestinal system and the pancreas. His journey is driven by curiosity and the desire to improve his own quality of life, while helping others who face similar challenges. He shares critical lessons learned along the way: the importance of patience, giving your body time to heal, understanding nutrition and diet, and adopting a long-term mindset for recovery instead of rushing back to normal life too quickly. Jon emphasizes that every patient's journey is unique, encouraging ongoing screenings and self-advocacy. With honesty and humor, he shares practical insights from his own experience, offering guidance for anyone navigating life after a Whipple procedure or dual cancer diagnoses. Subscribe to the Project Purple Podcast to hear more stories from the pancreatic cancer community. And, if you'd like to learn more about or donate to Project Purple's mission of a world without pancreatic cancer, please visit https://www.projectpurple.org/.

In today's episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Shubham Pant, MD, MBBS, about the first-line treatment of patients with metastatic pancreatic cancer. Dr Pant is a professor in the Department of Gastrointestinal (GI) Medical Oncology of the Division of Cancer Medicine, director of Clinical Research, and a professor in the Department of Investigational Cancer Therapeutics at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. In our exclusive interview, Dr Pant discussed factors that drive frontline chemotherapy selection for metastatic pancreatic cancer, the role of NALIRIFOX (irinotecan liposome [Onivyde], oxaliplatin, 5-fluorouracil, and leucovorin) in this treatment setting, and how the first-line treatment paradigm may evolve and expand going forward.

Top Stories for November 29th Publish Date: November 29th PRE-ROLL: SUGAR HILL ICE SKATING From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Saturday, November 29th and Happy Birthday to Vin Scully I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Gwinnett KIA Mall of Georgia. Piedmont Oncology Opens Early Detection Pancreatic Cancer Clinic, First of Its Kind in Georgia You can now use a digital driver’s license to buy beer, cigarettes in Georgia Musical events, attractions to get into the magical spirit of the holiday season All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: Kia Mall of Georgia STORY 1: Piedmont Oncology Opens Early Detection Pancreatic Cancer Clinic, First of Its Kind in Georgia Piedmont Oncology just opened Georgia’s first Early Detection Pancreatic Cancer Clinic, and honestly, it’s a big deal. Pancreatic cancer is brutal—13% five-year survival rate, no screening test, vague symptoms that sneak up on you. But this clinic? It’s here to change that. Dr. Andrew Page, the clinic’s medical director, says early detection is everything. “Education about risk factors is critical,” he explained. The clinic will focus on genetic counseling, research collaborations with NIH and Mayo Clinic, and, hopefully, developing a much-needed screening test. None of this would’ve happened without donors like Purple Pansies. Their support is saving lives. STORY 2: You can now use a digital driver’s license to buy beer, cigarettes in Georgia Big news for Georgians: you can now use a digital driver’s license to buy alcohol, tobacco, and other age-restricted items. Yep, your phone just got even more useful. The Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) announced the update Monday, calling it a “major step forward” in modernizing IDs. But here’s the catch: it’s up to individual businesses to accept them. No guarantees. Oh, and don’t try using a screenshot—doesn’t count. Retailers need a special mDL reader to scan the license, and staff still have to verify your age. Progress? Sure. Perfect? Not quite yet. STORY 3: Musical events, attractions to get into the magical spirit of the holiday season It’s that time again—holiday magic is everywhere, and Atlanta’s got no shortage of ways to celebrate. From concerts to tree lightings, here’s what’s happening: Holiday Shows at the FOX Theatre: Lauren Daigle’s Behold Christmas Tour (Dec. 4): Grammy-winning magic. Christmas Together (Dec. 6): Amy Grant, Cece Winans, and Michael W. Smith. A Drummer Boy Christmas (Dec. 8): for King + Country’s festive storytelling. Elf the Musical (Dec. 16–20): Buddy’s heartwarming journey. Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet (Dec. 23–24): Ballet meets acrobatics. Festive Attractions: Stone Mountain’s Flight to the North Pole (Nov. 8–Jan. 4): Help Santa save Christmas. Garden of Lights (Nov. 15–Jan. 11): Stroll through dazzling displays. Georgia Aquarium Holidays (Nov. 14–Jan. 2): Twinkling lights, Santa, and sea life. Don’t miss these great events! We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We’ll be right back Break 2: Ingles Markets - DTL HOLIDAY STORY 4: Student loan change could drain nurse pipeline, Ga. dean warns Nursing is no longer considered a “professional degree” by the U.S. Department of Education, and nurses are, understandably, furious. The change, tied to the “One Big Beautiful Bill”, means nursing students can’t access the $200,000 loan cap reserved for professional programs. Instead, they’re stuck with a $100,000 limit—less than what many need to cover tuition. Linda McCauley, dean of Emory’s Nursing School, didn’t hold back: “In a time when we desperately need more nurses, why make it harder? It feels like they didn’t think this through.” The fallout? Fewer nurses, more debt, and a lot of frustration. STORY 5: Flight delays: Here are your rights when flying over the holidays in 2025 Stuck at the airport? Here’s a tip: if your flight’s delayed more than three hours (domestic) or six hours (international), you’ve got rights. Travel expert Katy Nastro says airlines must offer a refund or rebook you—your choice. But here’s the catch: no double-dipping. You can’t get both. And meal vouchers? Only if the delay’s the airline’s fault, like staffing or mechanical issues. Hotels? Depends on the airline. The Department of Transportation even published a guide for what airlines owe you. Pro tip: screenshots of your license don’t count for ID. Break 3: BUFORD HOLIDAY FESTIVAL STORY 6: Forsyth school board approves use of same alarm system in place at Apalachee High School Forsyth County schools are stepping up safety with a $2.4 million Centegix alarm system, approved by the Board of Education this week. You’ve probably heard of these “panic alarms”—they’re the same system credited with the quick response during the tragic Apalachee High School shooting last year. Teachers and staff wear a button they can press in emergencies, instantly alerting law enforcement without fumbling for a phone. The system also includes color-coded strobe lights for visual alerts, ensuring ADA compliance. The first year’s cost? $420,000, with the rest spread over five years. Safety, it seems, is getting an upgrade. STORY 7: Recall alert: Honda recalls 256K vehicles for loss of power software error Honda’s recalling over 256,000 vehicles—specifically 2023–2025 Accord Hybrids—because of a software glitch that could cause the car to lose power mid-drive. Not ideal, right? The issue? The integrated control module’s CPU might reset itself while you’re cruising along. Dealers will fix it for free, though, so there’s that. Honda says owners will get a heads-up by mail starting Jan. 5, but if you’re the impatient type (or just worried), you can call them at 888-234-2138. Oh, and if you’re curious, the recall number is TN2. Stay safe out there! We’ll have closing comments after this Break 4: THE SUGAR HILL HOLIDAY Signoff – Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. 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What Thanksgiving traditions do you have? Do you eat a big meal surrounded by family, a smaller meal with less people, or Thanksgiving is not really your thing? In this week's episode of The Crushing Debt Podcast, we wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.  As has become our tradition, because we release the show every Thursday, Shawn & George talk about: Black Friday and Sales / Shopping Financial Advice around the dinner table What business owners can be thankful for this year Gratitude mindset Using Thanksgiving to air out financial dirty laundry Using Thanksgiving as a time to reflect and set goals for next year. Whether you celebrate, whehter you work tonight, whether you keep it low key or skip the holiday altogether, at The Crushing Debt Podcast, we do want to know what you're thankful for and we hope you have a great holiday season. Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com. And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: http://support.pancan.org/goto/MyLegacy2026  

You can make a tax deductible donation here: https://me-onefoundation.networkforgood.com/projects/37321-keeping-life-s-scoreboard-at-cancer-zero-me-one. If every subscriber donated ONE DOLLAR you could fund this wonderful organization for an entire year! Finding Hope & Healing: The Me-One Foundation & Camp Wieser with Erica Pope & John Burke Join us for an inspiring conversation with Erica Pope, Executive Director of the Me-One Foundation, and John Burke, Camp Director of Camp Wieser. They'll share the mission of this incredible nonprofit, which provides a cost-free retreat for adult cancer patients and their families, offering a weekend filled with joy, support, and unforgettable memories. We'll explore the history of Camp Wieser and how it came to be, the Me-One Foundation's mission to ease the burden of cancer through laughter, courage, and hope, John Burke's personal cancer journey and how he became the heart of Camp Wieser as Camp Director, and how you can support and get involved to help keep Camp Wieser completely free for families facing cancer. You can watch what Camp Wieser is all about here: https://youtu.be/SFDX2UbZ6Fk?feature=shared Learn more about the Me-One Foundation and their program, Camp Wieser here: https://me-onefoundation.org/ You can donate today to help keep Camp Wieser completely free for all campers here: https://me-onefoundation.networkforgood.com/projects/37321-keeping-life-s-scoreboard-at-cancer-zero-me-one. Erica Pope, Executive Director of the Me-One Foundation, leads the all-volunteer organization dedicated to giving adult cancer patients and their families a weekend of rest, connection, and joy at Camp Wieser—all at no cost to the campers. She works to expand the foundation's reach, deepen community engagement, and inspire donors and ambassadors. Erica is an active nonprofit leader, serving on the board of the Association of Fundraising Professionals California Capital Chapter and participating in the Rocklin Leadership cohort. John Burke, Camp Wieser's longtime Camp Director, has guided the retreat for over 14 years. A cancer survivor and former three-time camper, he brings personal insight and empathy to every aspect of the experience. John's background in event planning and marketing—including seven years with Disney—supports his leadership on the Me-One board, where he represents the patient perspective. His dedication helped move the camp to its current home in the Santa Cruz Mountains, ensuring comfort, privacy, and a healing environment for families. Diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer in 2006, John attended the very first camp—an experience that brought his family hope and connection during an overwhelming time. Now preparing for his 17th camp, he remains committed to creating a space where others can find the same relief, renewal, and strength he found years ago. Please share this episode to help spread the mission of Me-One and Camp Wieser. Follow them on social media: https://www.instagram.com/meone_foundation/ https://www.facebook.com/meonefoundation

Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky  Guest: Dr. Joseph Kim, MD Professor and Chief of Surgical Oncology, University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center Cancer Conversations Episode 69 Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS welcomes Dr. Joseph Kim, Professor and Chief of Surgical Oncology at the University of Kentucky, to discuss pancreatic cancer — a rising and deadly disease. They cover why pancreatic cancer is often detected late, common symptoms such as jaundice, the role of family history, and the single most important modifiable risk factor: smoking. The episode highlights an exciting individualized vaccine approach using tumor sequencing to create patient-specific vaccines sent from Europe after surgical removal of resectable tumors — intended to prevent or delay recurrence rather than prevent the initial disease. Eligibility, limitations (must be surgically removable), and the broader potential for vaccine technology in other cancers are explained. Listeners will learn practical takeaways: seek medical attention for persistent or new symptoms, discuss family history and risk with providers, and learn about ongoing clinical trials and resources at UK Markey Cancer Center for patients in Kentucky and surrounding areas. Connect with the UK Markey Center Online Markey Cancer Center On Facebook @UKMarkey On X @UKMarkey

Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) affects many patients with pancreatic cancer, yet it is often overlooked in this patient populations, which leads to malnutrition. In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Shelby Yaceczko, DCN, RDN, CNSC. Yacescko is a supporting author on a recently published White Paper on the topic, and she explains what EPI is, how to screen for and treat the condition, and the essential role of dietitians in an interdisciplinary care team managing these patients.  In this episode, we discuss: How overlapping GI symptoms, lack of standardized screening tools, and limited guidelines contribute to missed diagnoses and delayed treatment What inspired the development of the White Paper How to bring EPI management into everyday practice The ready-to-use checklists, screening forms, and EHR templates within the White Paper designed to standardize treatment Hosted by Kristin Houts Click here for the shownotes. The content, products and/or services referred to in this podcast are intended for Health Care Professionals only and are not, and are not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. The content is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgement before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. The reference to particular products and/or services in this episode does not constitute any form of endorsement. Please see here for terms and conditions.

Do you know what taxes are dischargeable in bankruptcy and which are not? Do you owe Trust Fund Tax?  What if you cannot pay it? On this week's episode of the Crushing Debt Podcast, Shawn & George talk to Tax Attorney Alena Miles. Alena has an L.L.M. in taxation, and is a CPA.  She is the founder of Attorney Legal and focuses her practice on federal tax law and international tax matters. She provides services in business tax planning, tax transactions, tax consulting, and tax controversy for a wide range of clients, including businesses, partnerships, corporations, LLCs, private equity funds, single-purpose entities, and individuals. With over 15 years of experience in public accounting, Alena has a strong background in tax compliance, tax planning, and tax dispute resolution. Before becoming an attorney, she worked as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), assisting clients in industries such as asset management, real estate, McDonald's franchisees, professional services, investment, and construction. Alena has worked at leading Big Four accounting firms like PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) and KPMG, where she provided tax services to billion-dollar clients in asset management. As a Tax Manager at KPMG, she managed complex private equity funds and multi-tiered partnership structures, ensuring compliance with complex tax laws and regulations and meeting time-sensitive deadlines. Shawn & George talk to Alena about: Trust Fund Taxes Not Filing Your Tax Return Filing Late Returns Forced Filings by the IRS Negotiations with the IRS The Difference between a Tax Attorney and CPA FIRPTA (Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act) Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com. And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: http://support.pancan.org/goto/MyLegacy2026 

From Federal Warden to Leadership Consultant: Darlene Drew on Building Your Practice, Pricing Mistakes, and Running a Business Through Grief (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 153) Do you want to know how to build a professional services business when you have deep expertise but no client base? Darlene Drew shares exactly how she did […]

What lessons can you learn about selling from your kids? What lessons can you learn about debt from your kids? While we didn't get to participate in this year's community garage sale, my son did collect, clean and sell golf balls at a golf tournament recently. Some of the lessons he learned: Timing - know your market and their needs Networking - with other kids selling other items (like lemonade) Preparation - collecting, cleaning, sorting, labelling and pricing Investors - (dad, Shawn) to help buy supplies, provide the table for selling, etc. Using Revenue to Grow the Business (listen for the story of the golf ball cleaner) Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com. And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: http://support.pancan.org/goto/MyLegacy2026 

Broadcast from KSQD, Santa Cruz on 11-06-2025:>/p> Dr. Dawn interviews Cindy Jackonette and Dr. Michael Alexander about a fundraiser for pancreatic cancer awareness on November 15th at Bargetto Winery from 2-5pm, supporting the Santa Cruz Cancer Benefit Group. Dr. Alexander explains pancreatic cancer has only 10-15% five-year survival rates and is difficult to screen for. Screening involves complex endoscopy procedures examining pancreatic ducts, CT scans and biomarker scans. The disease represents 3% of cancer cases but 8% of deaths. Immune checkpoint inhibitors show limited success except in Lynch syndrome patients with DNA repair defects. The Santa Cruz Cancer Benefit Group donates annually to local cancer organizations and is all volunteer-run with minimal overhead. An emailer asks when her 56-year-old half-African American son should get colon cancer screening given his father and uncle both had the disease. Dr. Dawn explains African Americans have increased risk and recommends immediate colonoscopy despite the ideal screening window being 10 years ago. She emphasizes identifying whether he produces polyps, which would require surveillance every 3-5 years. Unlike pancreatic cancer, colon cancer is highly curable when detected early, with death rates dropping 30-40% since colonoscopies became standard in the mid-1990s. She recommends preventive measures including daily 200mg ibuprofen (if no ulcer history) and a high-fiber diet rich in colorful vegetables containing antioxidants that reduce oxidative stress and DNA damage from free radicals. An emailer from Israel asks about supporting his 38-year-old son's rectal adenocarcinoma treatment. Dr. Dawn recommends nutritional strategies including juicing 10 different fruits and vegetables daily, 20mg melatonin for synergy with chemotherapy, vitamin D supplementation, and L-glutamine as primary food for bowel healing and lymphocyte function. She suggests DHA fish oil to enhance chemotherapy effectiveness, green tea for oncogene inhibition, astragalus herb to increase phagocytic activity and natural killer cells, and rotating water-extracted mushroom formulas with beta-glucans, particularly maitake and shitake. Glutamine also protects mucous membranes from radiation burns. Dr. Dawn discusses alarming cancer rate increases among young adults in Corn Belt states including Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Minnesota, Indiana, and Kansas. Since 2015, these states show 5% higher cancer rates for ages 15-49 compared to national averages, with particularly elevated kidney and skin cancer rates. Young women face 66% higher skin cancer risk than peers in other states. . Governor Kim Reynolds invested $1 million for research while Bayer's attempt to shield Roundup from lawsuits failed. Dr. Dawn notes Roundup now contains diquat after removing glyphosate. It has taken decades to accumulate evidence of glyphosates harms, She warns that absence of evidence of Diquats being harmful isn't evidence of safety and that Ames testing suggests high mutation potential. An emailer shares a JAMA article on lithium for Alzheimer's disease. Dr. Dawn explains that calcium dysregulation through NMDA receptors plays an upstream role in Alzheimer's pathology. Lithium, a bipolar disorder treatment, can reset deranged calcium gates, inhibiting mitochondrial damage and tau protein production. She emphasizes tau protein as the true culprit in Alzheimer's while amyloid beta is more symptomatic. Correcting calcium homeostasis allows neuronal autophagy systems to clear waste more efficiently rather than being overwhelmed. She reports dramatic peanut allergy declines following 2017 pediatric recommendations for introducing peanuts at 4-6 months based on the LEAP study showing 81% reduction. Between 2017-2020, peanut allergies dropped from 0.79% to 0.45% of all children under 3, with overall food allergies declining 36%. Studies also show pregnant mothers eating peanuts reduces offspring allergy risk by promoting immune tolerance. We conclude with breakthrough wireless retinal implants for macular degeneration, where cameras on glasses convert images to near-infrared signals to retinal implants which stimulate surviving retinal neurons. The prototype allowed patients to improve by two lines on eye charts and perceive facial expressions and read smaller print.

Danielle Buchanan, a proud Texan, devoted wife, and mother of three boys shares her deeply personal and inspiring journey on this episode of the Project Purple Podcast with host Dino Verrelli. A registered nurse and lifelong picture of health, Danielle reflects on how her life changed suddenly in February 2021, when unusual symptoms after a family Super Bowl celebration led to imaging that revealed a mass on her pancreas. Just 48 hours later, on her 48th birthday, she was diagnosed with Stage 2A pancreatic cancer. She describes her grueling treatment journey, including chemotherapy, radiation, and the complex Whipple procedure, and how she has fortunately had no evidence of disease since early 2022. Danielle also opens up about her survivor's guilt, and emphasizes the critical role of hope and community support, from family members who cared for her three boys to the “prayer warriors” who surrounded her. Danielle reveals that during a difficult period of depression post-treatment, she felt a clear calling from God to return to nursing, but with renewed purpose. Now working full-time as a radiation nurse in an oncology infusion center, she supports patients undergoing chemotherapy, and Danielle shares that she draws from her own journey to offer compassion, insight, and hope. She smiles as she shares how she is now living life to the fullest and encourages others facing pancreatic cancer that they can, too. Danielle urges everyone to advocate for themselves and to “hold on to hope like it's your job,” reminding us all that even a difficult diagnosis doesn't define the life you can live. Subscribe to the Project Purple Podcast for more stories from the pancreatic cancer community. To learn more or donate to Project Purple's mission of a world without pancreatic cancer, please visit www.projectpurple.org.

Who's in more debt, Landlord or Tenant? How can landlords reduce costs and increase the profitability of their rentals? How can a property manager increase your profits and save you money? In today's episode, I interview Mark Sorokurs of Central Pinellas Realty and Collman Properties. I've known Mark about seven years and he's been in real estate for about eight years now after "retiring" from IT in 2012. You can also hear Mark in Episode 245 - Saving Money by Using a Property Manager You can reach Mark at www.centralpinellasrealty.com or office@colemanproperties.com., or 727-738-RENT (7368). Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends, like and subscribe to the show! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com. And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: http://support.pancan.org/goto/MyLegacy2026 

Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest cancers, and smoking pushes the disease to appear earlier in life and progress more aggressively Chemicals in cigarette smoke flip immune cells into roles that protect tumors instead of fighting them, leaving your body defenseless Smokers build up more regulatory T cells, which shut down natural anti-cancer immunity and make treatment outcomes worse Cigarette smoke activates scarring and chronic inflammation in your pancreas, creating a hardened environment where tumors thrive and resist therapy Quitting smoking is a direct way to protect your pancreas and lower your cancer risk